PLM Business Architect – Digital Thread & Strategy

The opportunityYou will be part of our global Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Digital Thread team, driving the transformation of how we develop, manage, and deliver product data across the entire value chain. This role is central to shaping the future of our product data ecosystem, enabling digital continuity from engineering to manufacturing, supply chain, and service. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across the business to align strategy, architecture, and execution.“This is a strategic role at the intersection of business and technology. You will help us define the future of digital product development and PLM – and ensure we deliver real value across the organization.” - Stefan Cedergren, Hiring ManagerHow You’ll Make An ImpactDefine the target state architecture for PLM and Digital Thread, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy and business objectives.Translate strategic goals into actionable business capability models, roadmaps, and value streams across engineering, operations, and digital transformation.Lead initiatives for PLM process and data harmonization, enabling traceability from concept to manufacturing to service.Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to define capability ownership, maturity models, and governance frameworks.Serve as a strategic advisor to senior stakeholders, facilitating architecture governance and decision-making forums.Support the evaluation and implementation of enabling technologies such as PLM platforms and product data governance tools.Your backgroundMaster’s degree in Engineering, Business, Information Systems, or a related field.15+ years of experience in PLM, business architecture, or enterprise transformation roles.Deep understanding of PLM systems (e.g., Siemens Teamcenter), digital thread concepts, and product data management.Proven ability to translate strategy into execution in complex, cross-functional environments.Experience from industrial sectors such as manufacturing, energy, or automotive.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.What We OfferCollective agreementFlexible working timeHealth care and wellness allowanceFantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globallyMentor to support you throughout onboard phaseVarious trainings and education supporting employee developmentDiversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in SwedenSupplementary compensation for parental leaveEmployee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perksMore About UsDue to the summer holiday period, we will begin reviewing applications after the summer break. We kindly inform you that this may result in some delays in the recruitment process. We appreciate your patience and will get back to you in August!Recruiting manager Stefan Cedergren, stefan.cedergren@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Håkan Kempel, hakan.kempel@hitachienergy.comHitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.